2026 marks a 115-year milestone for International Women’s Day (IWD). This year’s theme, Give to Gain, highlights the power of collective generosity and the belief that “when women thrive, we all rise”.
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Farm financial skills workshop to boost resilience
New England-based primary producers have the opportunity to expand their knowledge, free of charge, at a practical workshop designed to help provide financial skills key to managing a farming business.
Posted inAwareness Events, Education, Gunnedah, Manilla, Quirindi, Women
Women’s Week seeks to break barriers with deadly science
Girls in Gunnedah, Manilla and Quirindi will be at the centre of a statewide celebration next week, as culturally grounded STEM workshops roll into New England schools for NSW Women’s Week.
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‘Ready, Set, NEGS’ open morning for pre-K this Tuesday
New England Girls’ School will open its Junior School classrooms to local families next Tuesday as part of its “Ready, Set, NEGS” event, aimed at parents considering Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten enrolment.
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Seniors Week 2026: New England celebrates “Live Life in Colour”
Communities across the New England region are preparing to celebrate the 2026 NSW Seniors Festival, embracing this year’s vibrant theme, “Live Life in Colour.”
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Practical sheep and cattle skills for women in agriculture
Northern Tablelands women in agriculture are set to benefit from a series of hands-on livestock handling workshops this March, delivered by Northern Tablelands Local Land Services in collaboration with Land to Table.
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Cycling Classic’s 65th year to shine international spotlight on Glen Innes and Inverell
In what promises to be a landmark weekend for Australian cycling, the 65th anniversary edition of the Squadron Energy Grafton to Inverell will deliver high-speed action through Glen Innes before culminating at the finish line in Inverell.
Posted inArmidale, Environment, Good News, Tamworth, What's on
New England set to rally for Clean Up Australia Day
Clean Up Australia Day returns on Sunday 1 March 2026, with Armidale Regional Council once again encouraging locals to roll up their sleeves and take part in the nation’s largest community environmental event.
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National agriculture leaders gather for ABARES Outlook Conference
Tickets are now on sale for ABARES Outlook 2026, with the Bureau’s flagship annual conference set to bring the nation’s agriculture, fisheries and forestry leaders together on 3–4 March at Hotel Realm, Canberra and online.
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Looking forward, looking back: Armidale Show celebrates 150 years
Taking place from 6-7 March the 150th Armidale Show will maintain a balance between ‘tradition and contemporary entertainment’.